Career-wise, I was not the most naturally talented ice skater. Of course I had a knack for it , but practice was always the answer for me. I needed to put in the time to get back the confidence that led me to Olympic gold.

I believe in myself and in Saint Therese.

Acting is easier than skating in ia way and harder in other aspects. In skating, you get one chance, and with acting you get to do it over and over.

Getting through a workout is just very fulfilling. That 'Ah, I didn't want to do it but I did it and now I feel 10 times better.'

I can't even imagine what it's like and right now I'm like in shock, I can't believe that I'm Olympic Champion.

Over the years, God and St. Therese have kept me going no matter how bad things were.

I would say facing the obstacles surrounding the day-to-day pressures of an elite athlete at a very young age was not the easiest task. Learning to deal with the nerves and feeling the pressure of representing my country, all while wanting to achieve my own dreams, was a big obstacle to plow through.

I love working out and when I'm home. I love the feeling of walking out of a class. That's just an addictive feeling for me.

The highlight of my career? The Olympics, of course.